Destinations

Known for its breath-taking landscapes and exquisite wine, Mendoza is a destination in Argentina that has something for everyone!

A destination for the outdoorsy, Mendoza is located near two rivers: The Mendoza and the Diamante River, making this a popular place to go rafting. If you are in the mood to go hiking or horseback riding, there are numerous trails for which to enjoy the outdoors! Famous for its wine, a bike tour around the vineyards is one of the best ways to truly take in the beauty that Mendoza has to offer. Along the tour you may even visit chocolate factories, as well as discover how olive oil is made.

Having experienced Mendoza for himself, Realtraveler Paul Dark & Handsome tells us:

“Mendoza is a fantastic city. Most of it was demolished in an earthquake about 120 years ago so, when they rebuilt it, they did so by making the boulevards extra wide so that any repetition would mean the buildings would fall into the street and not into each other. They also built the citys’ squares extra large so they could be used as meeting points. The result is a city perfectly set up for al fresco dining and cafe culture. That coupled with the fact that every street is lined with huge trees, meaning you get plenty of cover from the sun, make it a beautiful city. Oh yeah, and it has a few decent vineyards on its doorstep.

I did a days tour around 2 Bodegas and an Olive Oil factory. I managed to avoid buying any olive oil but a couple of bottles of fine Mendoza Valley Malbec found there way into my shopping bag. It was a great experience to see the wine making process and visit vineyards producing wine that we buy at home.” (more…)

Realtraveler vincentvega tells about Mendoza:

“Arriving just after 8pm, then checking in, we just grabbed some food before going to bed. A scruptous dinner. Fajitas served with beef & chicken along with 10 different sauces, a red bottle of wine (Maubec) came to less than USD$15 for the both of us.
The days are extremely hot in Mendoza. As a result it’s a very chilled out place where it seems alot of people are quite happy to spend their days lounging about. While we were here we did the bikes and wine tour which was really good. We also walked around the downtown area and did some shopping. Mendoza Shopping Plaza is a really nice shopping center with some great shops for clothes.” (more…)

Tempted? Start planning your trip by visiting:
Mendoza Hotels
Mendoza Flights

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Want to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday city life? Are you in need of some relaxation? This week we will explore several destinations that even adventuresome travelers will find invigorating!

Our first stop this week is scenic Vancouver Island. Pack your bags as well as your binoculars, as this island is abundant with wildlife! Make reservations for a whale watching trip—it’s a must! You will be mesmerized as the playful orcas frolic about in the open ocean. Be sure to keep those binoculars handy, as the island is home to over 220 species of birds! With a variety of outdoor activities including horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, and canoeing, Vancouver Island is truly a nature-lover’s dream.

When you take a break from exploring the great outdoors, you may find it relaxing to go wine tasting at one of the Island’s many vineyards. Home to the capital of Victoria, this island is loaded with history and culture galore! Several museums offer insight into the Island’s past. Some well known museums are the Royal BC Museum and the Maritime Museum of British Columbia. If you want a change of scenery, the convenient ferry service can take you on a day trip from Vancouver Island to the neighboring Gulf Islands. With so many sights to see, this laid back location will certainly keep you busy!

Realtraveler Bate’s Big Trip tells of adventures on Vancouver Island:

“We then did a second walk through more rain-forest down to Schooners Bay, at the end of Long Beach. It was a beautiful landscape, through the rain-forest a few km till we burst out onto a beach covered in enormous piles of driftwood, waves crashing on the enormous beach, the ocean full of densely forested islands and snow capped mountains in the background. We stayed here for a few hours, eating a picnic and climbing over the rocks and logs on the almost deserted beach, it was really magical.” (more…)

To plan your trip, visit:
Victoria Hotels
Vancouver Flights
Vancouver Hotels

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